Gerontology, Minor
Liberal Arts (Code 670-400)
The Gerontology minor complements a number of major programs and prepares students for careers in the field of aging.
Twenty-four semester credits, including:
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Select at least one of the following: | 3 | |
| Aging and the Aged | ||
| Death and Bereavement | ||
| Select remaining credits from the following: | 21 | |
| Biology of Humans | ||
| Human Nutrition | ||
| Human Anatomy and Physiology II | ||
| Communication Changes and Disorders of the Older Adult | ||
| Health Economics | ||
| Overview of the U.S. Health Care System | ||
| Multidisciplinary Perspectives on Aging | ||
| Brain: Introduction to Neuroscience | ||
| Wellness: Food for Fitness | ||
| Navigating Health Care | ||
| Body, Mind, Spirit Wellness | ||
| Ethics of Health Care | ||
| Human Development | ||
| Psychology of Adulthood and Aging | ||
| Psychology of Religion | ||
| Sociology of Family | ||
| Social Gerontology | ||
| Aging and the Aged | ||
| Death and Bereavement | ||
Up to three credits from Directed Studies, Independent Study, or Special Topics courses that focus on gerontological issues may be applied to the minor with approval from the Gerontology minor advisor.
Program Learning Outcomes
Students completing this program will be expected to meet the following outcomes:
- Illustrate the multidisciplinary nature of the human aging process.
- Differentiate between myths and realities of the aging process.
- Discuss key issues impacting older people (e.g. social policies/programs, ethical concerns, health care).